SOC 200
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Professional Development in Sociology: Crafting Careers and Marketable Skills
Sociology
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
This course fosters career readiness for sociology majors. Students will explore professional paths, plan their personal development in the major, network, and develop resume-building and interview skills for sociology-related careers and graduate programs.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
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Sociological Perspective
Learning Outcome
Graduates will demonstrate how to apply sociological perspectives. This course will have a particular focus on the application of a sociological perspective in real world settings. Additional, students will learn how apply their learning toward professional goals.
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Improved Communication and Presentation Skills
Learning Outcome
Students will develop effective communication and presentation skills. Specifically, students will learn how to communicate their skillsets and professional goals to diverse audiences, including both academic and non-academic stakeholders, through written reports, presentations, and engaging public discussions.
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Cultivated Interdisciplinary Perspectives
Learning Outcome
Students will gain a broader understanding of sociology's role in interdisciplinary contexts. They will be able to apply sociological concepts and theories to real-world issues and engage in collaborative discussions with professionals from diverse fields, fostering a holistic and well-rounded perspective on social phenomena.
